African Pilot Weekly Magazine 18:2025
Why Ethiopian Airlines Is Dominating African Air Travel- and Is SAA Eyeing a Comeback?
Ethiopian Airlines leads African aviation with a modern fleet, expansive network, and award-winning service. South African Airways is making a strong comeback with new aircraft and strategic reforms.
Federal Airlines and Mayday-SA Sign MoU
Federal Airlines and Mayday-SA have signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding—the first of its kind in Africa—to promote mental health, peer support, and wellbeing across aviation operations, reinforcing safety and crew performance.
Ethiopian Aviation University Graduates 974 Students in Various Aviation and Hospitality Fields
Ethiopian Aviation University celebrates the graduation of 974 students in the aviation and hospitality fields, marking a significant milestone in building skilled professionals across Africa and reinforcing Ethiopian Airlines’ leadership in aviation training.
Ipanema 203: Ethanol-Powered Leader in Agricultural Aviation
Embraer’s Ipanema 203 is a market-leading ethanol-powered agricultural aircraft, offering high-precision aerial spraying, sustainable biofuel performance, and cost-effective crop dusting for modern farming.
KC-390 Millennium: Embraer’s Multi-Mission Tanker Gains Ground Globally
Embraer’s KC-390 Millennium is gaining traction globally as a modern, multi-mission tanker and airlifter. With operational capability and a growing list of international operators, it’s redefining tactical airlift and aerial refuelling.
Diamond Aircraft Teams Up with Austrian Research Institutes to Explore Hybrid Hydrogen-Electric Aircraft Propulsion
Diamond Aircraft and leading Austrian research institutes are developing a hybrid hydrogen-electric testbed for General Aviation, advancing zero-emission propulsion, digital systems, and sustainable aviation technologies.
Ascend Airways Makes History With First Direct Flight Between UK and Sierra Leone in Over a Decade
Ascend Airways has operated the first direct flight between the UK and Sierra Leone in over a decade, restoring a vital air link with a new London Gatwick–Freetown route and supporting connectivity, tourism, and economic ties.
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 Ushers in 15 Years of Cutting-Edge Aviation Advancements and Technology
Celebrating 15 years of excellence, the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 sets new standards in the light jet segment with advanced Garmin avionics, industry-leading efficiency, and single-pilot certification.
Enabel and Brussels Airlines Conclude Partnership Agreement
Enabel and Brussels Airlines have signed a partnership agreement to strengthen international cooperation in Africa, promoting knowledge exchange, sustainable tourism, vocational training, and biodiversity conservation initiatives.
International Aircraft Dealers Association Reports Strong Q1 Sales Amid Growing Market Caution
The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) reports a 24% year-on-year increase in aircraft sales for Q1 2025, with a cautious outlook due to economic uncertainty and tariff impacts. Explore key market insights, pricing trends, and dealer perspectives in the full IADA Market Report.
Laser Strikes on Aircraft Soar, Threatening Aviation Safety
Laser strikes on aircraft are rising globally, posing serious risks to pilots and passengers. Learn how Africa’s aviation sector is responding to the threat.
How Digital Borders are Transforming Travel
Future-proof border control with digital transformation. Learn how biometrics, AI, and digital IDs create faster, safer travel. Powered by SITA.
Airbus signs definitive agreement with Spirit AeroSystems
Airbus has signed a definitive agreement with Spirit AeroSystems to acquire key industrial assets supporting its A220, A320, and A350 programmes, aiming to ensure supply chain stability and operational sustainability.
Aviation Major Driver of Economic Growth and Connectivity in Egypt
IATA’s latest study highlights aviation’s major contribution to Egypt’s economy, supporting 1.4 million jobs and 5.3% of GDP. Key priorities include cost-efficiency, sustainability, and workforce development.
ACIA Aero Leasing Announces the Appointment of Bradley Gordon as SVP Banking & Capital Markets
ACIA Aero Leasing appoints Bradley Gordon as SVP Banking & Capital Markets. With over $2bn in structured aviation finance experience, Gordon joins from Investec to lead debt raising and investor relations.
Avionics Leaders Dynon and Trig Announce Merger
Dynon Avionics and Trig Avionics announce a strategic merger, bringing the European and U.S. avionics leaders together to expand innovation, product offerings, and global support for the general aviation community.
